Members are not legally required to undertake first aid training. It is however recommended that members undertake a course run by, for example, The Red Cross, St John Ambulance, or a suitable commercial course provider of repute.

Emergency and Basic First Aid [2 days] or the more comprehensive HSE accredited First Aid at Work [4 days].

Members should consider the number, if any, of trained first aiders where they normally practice when considering their own training needs.

It is further recommended that knowledge be updated at least every 3 years [qualifying for CPD] in line with the recommendations of their chosen training provider.